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Leadership Transitions and Fresh Perspectives: MACS 2025 [THA 425]

Carm Capriotto, AAP — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:15:00 +0000

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Recorded at the 45th annual Mobile Air Climate Systems Conference (MACS 2025) in Orlando, Florida, this conversation explores the transition of leadership within the MACS Association. Outgoing chairman Andy Fiffick and incoming chairman Aaron Becker reflect on the organization’s history, its future direction, and the critical role of continuous education in the automotive industry.

They discuss the necessity of adapting to technological advancements, particularly in thermal management for electric vehicles, and emphasize the invaluable networking opportunities offered by MACS and similar industry events. The conversation also highlights the increasing complexity of vehicle systems and the growing influence of AI in automotive businesses.

Discover expert perspectives on emerging refrigerants, the integration of technology in vehicle maintenance, and the challenges and successes that have shaped MACS over the years.

Aaron Becker, President, AirSept. Aaron’s previous episodes HERE

Andy Fiffick, CEO Rad Air, 10-locations, franchise. Listen to Andy’s other episodes HERE

Show Notes

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TST Big Event, March 29th, 2025: https://www.tstseminars.org/
MACS Training Event & Trade Show: https://macsmobileairclimate.org/
National Automotive Service Task Force (NASTF): https://wp.nastf.org/
Koura: https://www.kouraglobal.com/
Honeywell: https://www.honeywell.com/us/en
Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00)
Andy Reflects on His Tenure (00:01:44)
The Impact of the Housing Crash (00:02:18)
Transition of Leadership (00:04:39)
Aaron Becker’s Introduction (00:05:01)
The Importance of Thermal Management (00:07:29)
Thermal Management’s Role in Modern Vehicles (00:09:03)
Technology Specialists and Thermal Management (00:10:02)
Aaron’s Innovative Approach (00:11:40)
Evolution of Products at AirSept (00:12:07)
Adapting to Changing Technology (00:15:31)
Reflections on Industry Changes (00:16:04)
Understanding Vehicle Technology (00:16:55)
Embracing New Technologies (00:18:20)
AI Integration in Business (00:19:27)
Networking at Events (00:24:18)
Continuing Education (00:29:33)
Encouragement to Join MACS (00:31:02)

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From HVAC to Thermal System Management: Opportunities and Challenges [RR 845]

Carm Capriotto, AAP — Tue, 02 May 2023 05:15:00 +0000

Recorded Live at the TST Big Event 2023, with Aaron Becker, President of AirSept and Peter Coll, President and COO of the Mobile Air Climate Systems Association (MACS). They discuss the government’s involvement in the automotive industry, the importance of having a mentor, the development of new products, the challenges of complying with EPA regulations, and the impact of COVID-19 on the industry.

Peter Coll, President and COO, Mobile Air Climate Systems Association (MACS). Peter’s previous episodes HERE

Aaron Becker, President, AirSept. Aaron’s previous episodes HERE

Show Notes

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(00:03:47) The American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act, signed in December 2020, and how it affects Section 609, which deals with recovering and recycling refrigerant onsite at the point of service.
(00:04:53) Discussion of government regulations on refrigerants and compliance challenges.
(00:08:08) The impact and passing of Myron Stein, AirSept cofounder
(00:11:08) The history of AirSept
(00:12:26) Myron was recognized for his contributions to the industry with a Pioneer Award, and how he mentored and pushed others.
(00:13:52) The importance of having mentors and bouncing ideas off of trusted individuals.
(00:14:24) The importance of listening to learn and learning to listen is discussed, as well as the need to interpret what someone is saying in order to move the conversation forward.
(00:17:42) The importance of innovation and respectful debates in moving the industry forward, and the need for mutual respect in these conversations.
(00:20:40) Aaron and Peter discuss how they develop innovative products by listening and learning from the problems people are having in the industry.
(00:22:35) Peter talks about how the COVID-19 pandemic affected the supply chain and how they overcame the supply chain issues.
(00:27:12) The importance of inventing and developing in the automotive industry, including the use of existing materials and tools to prove a concept.
(00:28:30) HVAC in the automotive industry and the expanded role of thermal management in electric vehicles.
(00:32:21)The challenges of cooling electric vehicles and the need for more efficient technology.
(00:32:53) The potential for new technologies and opportunities in the electric vehicle market.

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“You’re Not A Technician, You’re A Technical Expert” Aaron Becker [RR 745]

Carm Capriotto, AAP — Tue, 17 May 2022 05:15:00 +0000

I’m with Aaron Becker at the TST Big Event 2022. His stepfather-in-law is the late Myron Stein, inventor, product innovator, and founder of AirSept. Aaron is the President of AirSept and we discuss Myron’s famous donut and coffee selling tactic, and new products, and if you listen until the very end of your podcast player, you might hear a little backstage chatter with my daughter Tracy. By the way, I got to know Myron during my early days as a podcaster and he was an encourager and always told me like it was. I’ll miss him.

Aaron Becker, President, AirSept

Key Talking Points

Stepfather Myron started AirSept in 1989- Myron is still an advisor
Determination- no is ‘not right now’ or ‘yes later’
Donuts and coffee tactic
Line connectors- most popular products to solve the leak
“Vehicles today- you’re not a technician, you’re a technical expert”
New items in the pipeline- service port caps (connect from the outside)

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